The Mission of the Women’s Fund is to empower women philanthropists by creating opportunities to fund programs that will develop the full potential of local women and children.

The Women’s Fund of Portage County is an endowment supporting local women and children, formed in 1997 by a collaborative partnership among the Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin, St. Michael’s Foundation and the Stevens Point Area YMCA Foundation.

Volunteer board and committees lead and staff the organization. In 2016, Women’s Fund allocated $67,560 to local agencies (including its two partners) for 17 projects. Over $423,000 to 40+ local agencies has been awarded since 1997.